advice please - forceps and vacuum deliveries

So I've been looking into my birth plan this week... I've been reading about the use of forceps and or vacuums if needed... To be honest I'm scared of the prospect of either after some of the things I've read online tonight!! If it came to it and they had to use one of the two options at that point could I request an emergency section...? Just trying to get some opinions or if anyone has had either vacuum or forceps can you give me some advice, I've read they can injure the baby and also cause tearing - I'm ftm so please don't think I'm stupid - there are just so many options and some seem so scary !!

So I've been looking into my birth plan this week... I've been reading about the use of forceps and or vacuums if needed... To be honest I'm scared of the prospect of either after some of the things I've read online tonight!! If it came to it and they had to use one of the two options at that point could I request an emergency section...? Just trying to get some opinions or if anyone has had either vacuum or forceps can you give me some advice, I've read they can injure the baby and also cause tearing - I'm ftm so please don't think I'm stupid - there are just so many options and some seem so scary !!

They used vacuum AND foreceps on my nephew because his head was huge. He came out fine. I have heard vacuum is safer than foreceps. If not done correctly, foreceps can cause facial/nerve damage. But I don't think it happens often.

They used vacuum AND foreceps on my nephew because his head was huge. He came out fine. I have heard vacuum is safer than foreceps. If not done correctly, foreceps can cause facial/nerve damage. But I don't think it happens often.

With my first, he was stuck and they tried the vacuum. I refused the forceps because there are too many risks involved. The vacuum didn't work and they ended up giving me a large episiotomy and basically pulled him out with a couple contractions. If that didn't work they were going to do a c section but thankfully the episiotomy is what worked. I already told the doctors I refuse the forceps this time around too.

With my first, he was stuck and they tried the vacuum. I refused the forceps because there are too many risks involved. The vacuum didn't work and they ended up giving me a large episiotomy and basically pulled him out with a couple contractions. If that didn't work they were going to do a c section but thankfully the episiotomy is what worked. I already told the doctors I refuse the forceps this time around too.

They are not used with all deliveries and you may not need them. I recommend talking to your doctor but remaining flexible so that he or she can do what's best for you and baby during the delivery. I didn't need them at all and honesty don't know of anyone who has. But it is common and if needed, there is a reason why they will be used -- so that the doctor can get your baby out safely!

They are not used with all deliveries and you may not need them. I recommend talking to your doctor but remaining flexible so that he or she can do what's best for you and baby during the delivery. I didn't need them at all and honesty don't know of anyone who has. But it is common and if needed, there is a reason why they will be used -- so that the doctor can get your baby out safely!

I had the forceps used.. My little girl was fine it hurt a little more then too.. And I teared but that was a given.. They had already cut me to make room for her to come out but not enough... So it's not all as bad as it sounds tho.. You'll be sore after this anyways..

I had the forceps used.. My little girl was fine it hurt a little more then too.. And I teared but that was a given.. They had already cut me to make room for her to come out but not enough... So it's not all as bad as it sounds tho.. You'll be sore after this anyways..

Have you thought about changing pushing positions should they suggest forceps or vacuum? Your pelvis opens up by 30% more when you squat compared to laying on your back. I can't picture myself squatting during pushing but let me tell you that if I saw forceps, I would squat in a hurry! Less chance of tearing that way as well.

But if I had to choose, vacuum has less risks.

Have you thought about changing pushing positions should they suggest forceps or vacuum? Your pelvis opens up by 30% more when you squat compared to laying on your back. I can't picture myself squatting during pushing but let me tell you that if I saw forceps, I would squat in a hurry! Less chance of tearing that way as well.

I had the option of forceps or c-section. I chose forceps, hurt like hell going in, tore a tiny bit, but baby was fine. Had two little red marks on side of his head which went away within hours. If I had to choose again though, I would do c-section just because my recovery sucked.

I had the option of forceps or c-section. I chose forceps, hurt like hell going in, tore a tiny bit, but baby was fine. Had two little red marks on side of his head which went away within hours. If I had to choose again though, I would do c-section just because my recovery sucked.

They used both for my first. Forceps were unsuccessful, vaccuum extractor did the trick. I wouldn't opt for a c section (I've had one) just to avoid them using either of these two. The benefits should outweigh the risk if your child is stuck.

They used both for my first. Forceps were unsuccessful, vaccuum extractor did the trick. I wouldn't opt for a c section (I've had one) just to avoid them using either of these two. The benefits should outweigh the risk if your child is stuck.

I refused both and even though I didn't want a csection I opted for an emergency one. I just felt if something did happen I would forever blame myself. I know people who have had to use them and their baby is fine. Do what you are comfortable with. I would discuss this with your dr before u go in labor

I refused both and even though I didn't want a csection I opted for an emergency one. I just felt if something did happen I would forever blame myself. I know people who have had to use them and their baby is fine. Do what you are comfortable with. I would discuss this with your dr before u go in labor

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